What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Dining Associate State College Hospital - 12153 position at Penn Highlands Healthcare?
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Summary
The Patient Dining Associate, under the direction of the inpatient catering to you manager, facilitates communication between patients, nursing, and nutrition services. Assists clinical staff with patient requests and preferences and enters said data into the information system to better organize patient nourishment. Delivers trays and food to patients and collects upon completion. Prepares and delivers nourishments to patient floors. Applies diet therapy in tray-line and production areas.
Qualifications
Other information:
Summary
The Patient Dining Associate, under the direction of the inpatient catering to you manager, facilitates communication between patients, nursing, and nutrition services. Assists clinical staff with patient requests and preferences and enters said data into the information system to better organize patient nourishment. Delivers trays and food to patients and collects upon completion. Prepares and delivers nourishments to patient floors. Applies diet therapy in tray-line and production areas.
Qualifications
Other information:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- 6 months experience in kitchen area preferred
- Must understand unit measurements, such as ounces, pounds, cups, etc.
- Must know how to use a scale
- Food preparation skills
- Competitive Compensation based on experience
- Shift Differentials
- Tuition Reimbursement/Loan Forgiveness
- Referral Bonus Opportunities
- Professional Development
- Supportive and Experienced Peers
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Paid Time Off
- 25% discount on all services at Penn Highlands Healthcare facilities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)